JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – Warm weather returns this afternoon as high climb into the low to mid 70s. Temperatures will gradually warm into the mid-70s to near 80 degrees by the middle of the week as clouds increase. Stray showers are possible Wednesday through Thursday, but don’t expect much—any rain will be minimal and won’t help our ongoing drought situation.
A major shift arrives Friday, bringing much colder air and clear skies. Highs will struggle to reach the 60s—about 8 to 12 degrees below normal for this time of year. With clear skies and strong winds, Friday could see an increased risk of wildfires, so be cautious with any outdoor burning or activities that could spark flames. Saturday will be even colder, with another round of frost and light freeze likely, especially north of Interstate 20…